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What role do local co-ops have in expanding and supporting cooperative economies to better serve the needs of all Minnesotans? How can we collectively shape a more-inclusive cooperative economy that builds and retains community wealth and well-being for everyone while closing Minnesota’s income inequality gap? As the state with the…

Searching for the perfect gifts for the foodie on your holiday wish list? You’ll find a great selection for lovers of unique, quality-crafted foods at your friendly neighborhood co-op. Try a few of the following local favorites for a gift that’s sure to please! Deer Creek Cheese Deer…

We’re proud to announce the introduction of Local Crate at all three of our stores – a meal kit with locally-sourced ingredients crafted by award-winning chefs, local growers, and passionate makers. Located in Saint Paul, Local Crate is a locally-owned and operated meal kit business that makes meal…

In 2014, Minneapolis formerly proclaimed the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples Day; Saint Paul followed suit in 2015. At the time, the Twin Cities were one of only a few metro areas nationally to opt for this…

Meet Yia at our Annual Member-Owner Meeting & Celebration Lately, Yia Vang of Union Kitchen has had an active presence in local media platforms and at well-respected food establishments throughout the Twin Cities. Over the past two years, he’s taught a series of Southeast Asian cooking…

Celebrate and support our wonderful local farmers, growers, and makers throughout August. With over 40 percent of the co-op’s total food offerings being sourced locally — including 70 percent of our produce selection, and close to 90 percent of our meat selection — there’s plenty of ways to make…

This year’s Plant Sale offerings have once again been sourced from some of the best local growers. You’ll find an expanded assortment of unique pepper and herb varieties, a wildly beautiful tomato selection, a nearly three-fold increase in edible flowers and pollinator plants, and an array of Japanese vegetables…

May 4-31 | 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily | West 7th Store Visit our West 7th store throughout May for our annual spring Plant Sale. Known for its comprehensive assortment of Minnesota natives and extensive vegetable and herb selections, the Plant Sale enthusiastically ushers in the return of Minnesota’s…